Tea Party loses bid to stop Obamacare in budget showdown
Washington reports that the Tea Party failed to defund or delay Obamacare as Senate Republicans struck a deal with Democrats to avert a government default. Ted Cruz led a marathon floor speech but gained little momentum while public opinion turned negative.
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Nuclear talks in Geneva show candid but unresolved stance
U S officials call two days of talks with Iran deeply candid with Tehran hinted at scaling back sensitive nuclear activities for sanctions relief. No breakthroughs emerged as Western diplomats warn of persistent gaps. Follow up sessions set for November in Geneva.
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Harkin Optimistic on Farm Bill Conferees Deal
Sen Tom Harkin says farm bill conferees may hammer out a deal after budget disputes. He notes work is delayed as House and Senate recess amid a shutdown. Negotiations hinge on nutrition funding with Senate seeking smaller cuts than the House.
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